Rideshare Accident Attorneys in South Carolina

Representation for Victims of Uber, Lyft & Other Rideshare Accidents

As more and more people choose ridesharing apps, like Uber and Lyft, over
more traditional forms of transportation, the risk of being involved in
a rideshare accident also increases. These types of incidents are often
very complex, as rideshare drivers are employed as independent contractors,
but they are not always covered by their employer’s insurance. Only
when the rideshare driver has the app switched on (or, in other words,
is actively seeking passengers or is driving a passenger for rideshare
purposes) is he/she covered by the rideshare company’s insurance.
Even then, there are often differing coverage levels, depending on the
circumstances.

If you were injured in an accident involving a rideshare driver—whether
as a passenger, a motorist in another vehicle, or even a bicyclist or
pedestrian—it is important that you seek legal counsel from an experienced
personal injury attorney. At Anastopoulo Law Firm we have spent more
than 25 years assisting injured individuals throughout South Carolina;
we understand how to navigate the complexities involved in rideshare accident
claims and can help you work to recover the maximum compensation you are owed.

Give us a call at (800) 313-5984 or
contact us online today for a free consultation with a rideshare accident lawyer in South
Carolina. If we don’t recover compensation for you, you don’t pay.

Who Is Liable for Rideshare Accidents?

In order to be hired by Uber or Lyft (as well as most other major rideshare
companies), drivers must have their own auto insurance. However, in most
cases, drivers are not covered by their private insurance while they are
driving for pay. To make up for this gap in coverage, both Uber and Lyft
offer insurance coverage for drivers in “driving mode.” The
extent of this coverage varies depending on the situation. It is also
important to note that, in most case, rideshare coverage only applies
after the driver’s private insurance has paid the injured individual/individuals first.

Generally speaking, Uber and Lyft offer the following coverage for drivers
who are actively driving for their respective companies at the time of
an accident:

If the driver is in “driving mode” but does not have a passenger:

Up to $50,000 for each injured person

Up to $100,000 total injury coverage per accident

Up to $25,000 for property damage

If the driver is in “driving mode” and does have a passenger:

Up to $1 million total coverage

For example, if an Uber driver has the app switched on and is actively
looking for a passenger (but has not yet picked someone up) and he rear-ends
another driver stopped at a stoplight, the injured driver who was rear-ended
may be able to receive up to $50,000 for her injuries, as well as up to
$25,000 in property damage. If, on the other hand, a Lyft driver has picked
up a passenger and she causes an accident in an intersection, the passenger
and anyone else injured in the accident may be able to recover compensation
that does not exceed $1 million
total.

In contrast, if an individual who occasionally drives for Uber or Lyft
causes an accident while he is not in “driving mode,” anyone
injured in the accident may only seek compensation through the driver’s
private auto insurance provider.

Coverage for Rideshare Drivers

While popular rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft offer substantial
coverage in the event that their drivers cause an accident that injures
other people, this same coverage does not apply to any injuries or property
damage that the rideshare driver sustains in the accident. In general,
Uber and Lyft drivers are
not covered by Uber or Lyft. Instead, if they are injured in an accident, they
must go through their own private insurance provider.

One notable exception is Uber and Lyft’s contingent collision/comprehensive
coverage. If an Uber or Lyft driver has collision/comprehensive coverage
through his or her own private auto insurance policy, Uber/Lyft will cover
property damage to the Uber/Lyft driver’s vehicle in the event of
a crash, regardless of fault. This coverage will not exceed the total
cash value of the vehicle and is subject to specific deductibles which
differ between the two companies.

Contact Our Firm to Discuss Your Options

If you were involved in an accident with an Uber, Lyft, or another rideshare
vehicle, you may have several options available to you. Our South Carolina
rideshare accident attorneys can help you clearly understand all of your
legal options so that you can work to recover the maximum compensation
you are owed. We understand the immense impact an accident can have on
your life. You are likely concerned with obtaining proper treatment, paying
your medical bills, and navigating the new difficulties brought about
by the accident. Let Anastopoulo Law Firm handle your rideshare accident
claim so that you can focus on healing.

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